Amoruso, Dawn

Burns, William

Crawford, Kenneth

Darland, Charles

Davis, Martha

Dorsher, James

Echipare, Mac

Essie Kozlowski

Graves, Devon

Hernandez, Magdelena

Mayer, Lena

Penn, Sheldon

Scholl, Mary

Tougaw, Phillip

Wohlert, Elmer

Essie Kozlowski, 72

CARDIFF - Essie Nadine Kozlowski, 72, died Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2007, at her home.

She was born Nov. 9, 1934, in Eagles Nest, N.M. She was a homemaker.

Mrs. Kozlowski is survived by her daughters, Debra Coronado of Cardiff, Katherine Christensen of Hemet and Cynthia Poole of Oregon; sons and daughters-in-law Daniel and Saundra Kozlowski of Escondido, Stephen and Rose Kozlowski of Temecula, and Jeffrey and Deborah Kozlowski of Cardiff; 11 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren.

A memorial service is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17, at El Camino Memorial, Encinitas Chapel, 340 Melrose Ave. in Encinitas. Inurnment at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery is planned.

El Camino Memorial, Encinitas Chapel, is handling arrangements.

William Burns, 87

ESCONDIDO - William Frank Burns, 87, died Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2007, at his home.

He was born June 17, 1919, in New York.

He was the owner of Burns Laboratory for more than 35 years. He served in the U.S. Army.

He was a Boy Scout leader and a past president of the Grand Knights New Jersey

Lions Club. He was a member of the Dental Lab Association of New Jersey. He enjoyed wood working.

Mr. Burns is survived by his wife of 61 years, Elizabeth Burns of Escondido; sons and daughters-in-law William and Jaque Burns of Boise, Idaho, Daniel and Carol Burns of Prescott, Ariz., and Thomas Burns of Escondido; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

A Mass will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 15, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Escondido with the Rev. Arnold officiating.

The family suggests donations to Elizabeth Hospice, 150 W. Crest St., Escondido, CA 92025.

McLeod Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Elmer Wohlert, 75

ESCONDIDO - Elmer Wohlert, 75, died Monday, Jan. 8, 2007.

Born Dec. 24, 1931, in Minden, Iowa, he lived in Escondido for 45 years. He retired in 1997 as a truck driver for Superior Ready Mix of Escondido. He served in the U.S. Army in Korea.

He enjoyed traveling, camping and spending time with his family and friends.

Mr. Wohlert was preceded in death by his father, Elmer Wohlert, in 1983.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Betty Wohlert of Escondido; daughters Kelly Freeman and Cyntha Wohlert, both of Escondido; mother Florence Wohlert of San Diego; brother Robert Wohlert of Riverside; and two granddaughters.

A private family service with inurnment at Oak Hill Memorial Park is planned.

The family suggests donations to the American Cancer Society, 2655 Camino del Rio North, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92108, or the American Lung Association, 2750 Fourth Ave., San Diego, CA 92103.

California Funeral Alternatives is handling arrangements.

James Dorsher, 86

OREGON - James H. Dorsher, 86, died Saturday, Dec. 23, 2006, near his home.

Born April 25, 1920, in Grand Forks, N.D., he lived in Escondido from 1990 to 2006. He was a veteran of World War II. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, and an honorary Eagle Scout and an award-winning salesman.

Mr. Dorsher is survived by his wife of 64 years, Evelyn; children Peggy Bennett, Paul, Craig and Robert; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Burial will be in Fort Snelling, Minn.

The family suggests donations to the American Diabetes Association or a charity of choice.

Magdelena Hernandez, 81

ENCINITAS - Magdelena Hernandez, 81, died Saturday, Jan. 6, 2007.

She was born July 22, 1925, in California. She was a homemaker.

Mrs. Hernandez is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Connie and Jerry Nino of Odessa, Texas; sons and daughter-in-law Ralph Hernandez of Encinitas, Robert Hernandez and Mary Garcia of Oceanside and Octavio and Delfina Hernandez of Fallbrook; 15 grandchildren; and 30 great-grandchildren.

A memorial service is scheduled for 10 a.m. today, Jan. 12, at El Camino Memorial Encinitas, 340 Melrose Ave. in Encinitas.

Interment at El Camino Memorial Park, 5600 Carroll Canyon Road in San Diego is planned.

El Camino Memorial, Encinitas Chapel, is handling arrangements.

Sheldon Penn, 82

LA COSTA - Sheldon H. Penn, 82, died Thursday, Dec. 28, 2006, at Sunrise Hospital in Las Vegas, after a brief illness with iatrogenic pneumonia.

Born June 18, 1924, in New Rochelle, N.Y., he graduated from New Rochelle High School in 1942 and enlisted in the U. S. Army, serving as a

radio operator in Burma, India and Thailand. He earned a BA in economics from Ohio State University and LLB from Cleveland Marshall School of Law. He practiced law for 50 years, from 1951 to 2001, specializing in immigration and Social Security law in his later years. He was president of the Inland Empire chapter of the California Trial Lawyers Association and a Judge Pro-Tempore for many years. He was a self-taught electrician, carpenter and plumber and built many things.

Mr. Penn is survived by his wife of 40 years, Rita Penn; sons Dennis F. Penn of La Costa and Thomas H. Penn of Highland; grandchildren Kelson C. Penn of Escondido and Cameron and Jacqueline Penn of La Costa.

The service was held in Las Vegas at Palm Memorial.

Donations may be made to the Cleveland Marshall School of Law, Sheldon H. Penn Memorial Scholarship Fund, which assists needy law students who are supporting a family and attending law school at the same time.

Phillip Tougaw, 87

CARDIFF - Phillip Charles Tougaw, 87, died Saturday, Jan. 6, 2007.

He was born Feb. 9, 1919, in Enumclaw, Wash. He was a pharmacist. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II.

Mr. Tougaw is survived by his wife, Nancy Tougaw of Cardiff; daughter and son-in-law Hallie and William McCoy of El Cajon; son Charles Northup Tougaw of Cardiff; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

No services are planned.

El Camino Memorial, Encinitas Chapel, is handling arrangements.

Devon Graves, infant

SAN MARCOS - Devon Thomas Graves, 7 weeks, died Sunday, Jan. 7, 2007.

He was born Nov. 17, 2006, in Escondido.

Devon is survived by his parents, Kevin and Brandy Graves of San Marcos; brother Patrick Graves of San Marcos; grandparents Bill and Beverly Graves of San Marcos, Bill and Jean Carson of Indio, and Kathy and Robert Legeretta of Indio; and great-grandparents Herman and Marie Carter of Escondido.

Viewing is scheduled from 9:30 a.m. to the start of the funeral service at 11 a.m. today, Jan. 12, at North County Baptist Church, 221 W. Seventh St., in Escondido.

Interment will follow at Oak Hill Memorial Park in Escondido.

California Funeral Alternatives in Escondido is handling arrangements.

Dawn Amoruso, 45

POWAY - Dawn Amoruso, 45, died Saturday, Jan. 6, 2007.

Born Sept. 30, 1961, in Chicago, she lived in North County for three years.

Ms. Amoruso was preceded in death by her mother, Alice Amoruso, in 2006; and brother Baby Blaze Amoruso in 1955.

She is survived by her father, Joseph Amoruso of Chicago; brothers Joseph Amoruso and Jock Amoruso, both of Chicago; and sisters Civilla Amoruso of Vista, Lois Amoruso, Diane Amoruso and Mary Amoruso, all of Chicago.

A private funeral service will be held Sunday, Jan. 14, in Chicago.

Mary Scholl, 90

ESCONDIDO - Dr. Mary Louise Scholl, 90, died Monday, Jan. 8, 2007.

Born Dec. 20, 1916, in Stubenville, Ohio, she lived in Escondido for 32 years. She was a self-employed pediatric neurologist. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church.

Dr. Scholl was preceded in death by her husband, John A. Scholl, in 1997.

She is survived by her brother, John H. Lyons of Columbus, Ohio.

Visitation is scheduled from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 14, at Alhiser-Comer Mortuary, 225 S. Broadway in Escondido.

A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 15, at First United Methodist Church, 341 S. Kalmia St. in Escondido with the Rev. Orlie White officiating.

Burial will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 18, at Union Cemetery in Toronto, Ohio.

The family suggests donations to Interfaith Community Services, 550 W. Washington, Suite B, Escondido, CA 92025.

Alhiser-Comer Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Charles Darland, 74

ESCONDIDO - Charles Delmar Darland, 74, died Friday, Jan. 5, 2007.

Born Aug. 2, 1932, in Indian Creek Township, Iowa, he lived in Escondido for 21 years. He retired in 1996 as the owner of Private Label Packaging Co. (Health Best Inc.).

He served in the U.S. Navy from 1950-1953. He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church for 12 years. He enjoyed camping, traveling by motor home, sports and reading.

Mr. Darland is survived by his wife of 53 years, Jean Darland of Escondido; sons Michael Darland and John Darland, both of San Diego, and Jesse Darland of Escondido; daughters and son-in-law Faith LaValle of San Diego, and Claudia and David Jonas of San Clemente; sister Doris Brockmann of Craig, Colo.; sister-in-law Donna Darland of Boulder, Colo.; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

A memorial service is scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13, at Grace Lutheran Church, 643 W. 13th Ave. in Escondido with the Rev. Jim Young. Private graveside service at Riverside National Cemetery is planned.

Alhiser-Comer Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Lena Mayer, 82

VALLEY CENTER - Lena Mae Mayer, 82, died Sunday, Jan. 7, 2007, at her home.

She was born July 30, 1924, in Camino. She was a homemaker and a member of the Tawanka Indian Club in San Diego.

Mrs. Mayer is survived by her companion of 20 years, Manuel Walker of Valley Center; son and daughter-in-law Allen and Vivian Lawson of Valley Center; daughter Cheryl Calac of Valley Center; sisters Margie, Vivian, Lita and Carol, all of Sacramento, and Toni of San Diego; two grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren.

Services have been held.

McLeod Mortuary in Escondido handled arrangements.

Kenneth Crawford, 38

OCEANSIDE - Kenneth Jonathan Crawford, 38, died of heart complications Monday, Jan. 8, 2007, at his home.

Born Feb. 18, 1968, in Quantico, Va., he lived in Oceanside for 25 years. He worked at Monterey Financial. He graduated from El Camino High School and Pacific Christian College University. He attended MiraCosta Community College and Arizona Western Junior College.

Mr. Crawford is survived by his parents, Kathleen and Christopher Crawford of Oceanside; and brother Christopher Crawford Jr. of Oceanside.

A funeral service is scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 15, at Eternal Hills Memorial Chapel, 1999 El Camino Real in Oceanside.

Interment will follow at Eternal Hills Memorial Park.

Eternal Hills Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Martha Davis, 83

SAN DIEGO - Martha D. Davis, 83, died of Alzheimer's disease Sunday, Jan. 7, 2007, at Classic Residence by Hyatt home.

Born April 29, 1923, in Fort Wayne, Ind., she lived in San Diego for four years. She lived in Vista for 24 years previously. She was a registered nurse for Tri-City Medical Center for many years.

She was a co-owner of Fort Motel in Indianapolis. She received a bachelor's degree in nursing from Indiana University.

She was a past member of the Vista United Methodist Church and a volunteer with the Vista Boys & Girls Club. She enjoyed camping, boating and traveling.

Mrs. Davis was preceded in death by her husband, Denver E. Davis, in 2003.

She is survived by her son and daughters-in-law, Ronald R. and Michelle Davis of Sequin, Wash., and Dolores Davis; daughter and son-in-law Linda Davis and Joel Sigeti of San Diego, and Jill Davis-Prickett and David Prickett of San Diego; brother and sister-in-law Newton and Carolyn Bates of Ann Arbor, Mich.; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

A private memorial service at San Diego Hospice is planned with private inurnment.

The family suggests donations to San Diego Hospice, 4311 Third Ave., San Diego, CA 92103, or the Alzheimer's Association, San Diego/Imperial County Chapter, 4950 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 250, San Diego, CA 92123.

Clairemont Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Mac Echipare, 86

OCEANSIDE - Mac H. Echipare, 86, died Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2007.

Born April 16, 1920, in the Philippines, he lived in Oceanside for 30 years. He was a heavy equipment operator.

Mr. Echipare was preceded in death by his wife, Maria Garrido, in 1997; and daughters Evanglilene Mendiola in 1987, and Linda Vera in 2005.

He is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law, Lena and Enis Urquhart and Margaret Oliva, all of Oceanside, Linda and Romero Passion of Las Vegas, and Faye Drexler and Vivian Cruz, both of Texas; sons and daughters-in-law James and Ana Peredo of Thermal, Frank Peredo of Oceanside and Dudu and Saline Echipare of Guam; 23 grandchildren; and 26 great-grandchildren.

Visitation is scheduled for 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13, at Eternal Hills Chapel, 1999 El Camino Real in Oceanside.

Eternal Hills Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Thomas Neal, 67

WILDOMAR -- Thomas D. Neal, 67, died of prostate cancer Monday, Jan. 8, 2007, at his home.

Born April 30, 1939, in Glendale, he lived in Wildomar for five years. He was a registered nurse at El Centro Regional Medical Center for 26 years, retiring in 2001. He served in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper from 1963 to 1966 in the 82nd Airborne Division. He enjoyed woodworking and stamp collecting.

Mr. Neal was preceded in death by Verle and Bernadine Neal. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Tommie Neal of Wildomar; stepsons and stepdaughter-in-law Claude and Teresa Cardenas and Samuel Cardenas; stepdaughter and stepson-in-law Sylvia and Nash Quines; half-brother, Mark Olson; and six grandchildren.

A funeral service is scheduled for 1 p.m. today, Jan. 12, at Miller-Jones Mortuary in Sun City. Interment will follow at 2 p.m. at Menifee Valley Memorial Park.

A reception hosted by the Veterans of Foreign Wars post in Lake Elsinore will follow the graveside service.

Miller-Jones Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Francis Geyer, 80

TEMECULA -- Francis Herman Geyer, 80, died of natural causes Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2007, at his home.

He was born Sept. 23, 1926, in Kansas. He was a medical administrator for 40 years. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II.

Mr. Geyer is survived by his wife, Rophina Geyer of Temecula; sons Robert Geyer of Montana; daughter, Carol Bradshaw of Chino; and one grandchild.

A memorial service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 15, at Grace Presbyterian Church. Interment at Riverside National Cemetery is planned.

The family suggests donations to Grace Presbyterian Church, Temecula, Calif., or Visiting Nurses Association of Inland Counties.

Murrieta Valley Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

William Keller Jr., 78

SUN CITY -- William John Keller Jr., 78, died Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2007, at Menifee Valley Medical Center.

Born March 31, 1928, in the Bronx, N.Y., he lived in Sun City for 19 years. He served in the U.S. Army from 1952 to 1954. He was a Boy Scout leader for 12 years. He enjoyed camping and old western movies. He was a big Angel baseball fan.

Mr. Keller is survived by his wife of 56 years, Geraldine Keller of Sun City; daughters and son-in-law Susan and Dennis Wright of Big Bear and Lenetta Archer of Sun City; sister, Barbara Voss of Queens, N.Y.; and four grandchildren.

Visitation is scheduled from 9 a.m. until the start of the funeral service at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 15, at Miller-Jones Mortuary in Sun City. Private interment will take place Tuesday, Jan. 16, at Riverside National Cemetery.

Miller-Jones Mortuary is handling arrangements.

James Wells, 76

WILDOMAR -- James Scott Wells, 76, died Friday, Jan. 5, 2007.

Born July 11, 1930, in Los Angeles, he lived in Wildomar for 14 years. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean and Vietnam wars, retiring as a staff sergeant.

Mr. Wells was preceded in death by Kimie Wells, in 1992. He is survived by his sons, Charles Wells of Temecula and Jack Wells of Gilroy; daughters and sons-in-law Debbie and Ragan Pyles of Temecula and Sandra and Scott Nelson of Wildomar; and seven grandchildren.

A graveside service is scheduled for 10:15 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17, at Riverside National Cemetery, Staging Area No. 2.

Stout Family Funeral Home in Temecula is handling arrangements.

William Galbraith, 54

MURRIETA -- William Galbraith, 54, died Friday, Dec. 29, 2006, at his home.

Born July 8, 1952, in Long Beach, he lived in Murrieta for 17 years. He was a steelworker for 34 years. He enjoyed reading.

Mr. Galbraith is survived by his parents, Anna and William Galbraith of Murrieta; daughters Jeanett and Sheena; brothers John, Thomas, Donald, Robert and Michael; sisters Julie, Mary Kay and Carolyn; and two grandchildren.

A memorial service is scheduled for 9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 13, at Evans-Brown Mortuary in Sun City. Private inurnment is planned.

Evans-Brown Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Arliss Ball, 64

LAKE ELSINORE -- Arliss Dean Ball, 64, died of natural causes Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2007, at Inland Valley Regional Medical Center.

Born March 11, 1942, in Kentucky, he lived in Lake Elsinore for three years. He was a machinist for 40 years.

Mr. Ball is survived by his wife, Mary Ball of Lake Elsinore; daughters Jennifer Dotson of Nevada, and Kathleen Mathine of Menifee; brothers Clyde Ball of Fullerton and Jack Ball of Missouri; sister, Barbara Phelph of Ohio; and five grandchildren.

A memorial service is scheduled for 1 p.m. today, Jan. 12, at Murrieta Valley Funeral Home.

Murrieta Valley Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

Helen Bruton, 90

WILDOMAR -- Helen Elizabeth Bruton, 90, died Saturday, Dec. 30, 2006, at her home.

Born July 26, 1916, in Springfield, Mo., she lived in Wildomar for 26 years. She was a songstress known as the "Song Bird of the Ozarks." She managed the school cafeteria for the Newhall School District for 20 years. She was a lifetime member of the PTA, a longtime member of the Order of Eastern Star Chapter 243 in Lake Elsinore and Chapter 398 in San Fernando. She enjoyed playing piano, teaching Sunday school, sewing, gardening, camping and fishing.

Mrs. Bruton is survived by her daughters, Nadra Lea Miles of Wildomar and Marta Jo Bruton of Morro Bay; nine grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren.

Evans-Brown Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Memorials

William Patrick Quinn, 77

William "Bill" Patrick Quinn, age 77, a great father, grandfather, neighbor and friend, died on January 7, 2007. Bill was a strong, independent and generous man with traditional values and a belief in God. He was a tradesman who did flawless work, whether it was giving new life to an old wooden door, adding space in a home by moving and rebuilding walls, or just fixing a leaking faucet. He took great pride in doing a perfect job no matter how big or small. God gave Bill a special gift of strong hands and a great mind to guide them. Bill will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his five children and their spouses, daughter Darlene and husband Jeff Kingman, William (Jr.) and wife Mardi, Tommy and wife Teri, Michael and wife Cindy, and Elizabeth and husband Greg Kaumeyer. Bill had 10 grandchildren, Jamie and Rachel Woolsey, Karen, Traci and Lisa Quinn, Vincent, Emma and Thomas Quinn, and Emma and Aedan Kraumeyer. Bill also leaves "Mellie" Mena with whom he had a special and loving relationship with for more than 20 years. He will also be missed by Mellie's children, especially Vickie.

Services will be held at Alhiser-Comer Mortuary, 225 S. Broadway, Escondido, CA 92025, Monday, January 15, 2007, at 1:30 p.m. A graveside ceremony at Oak Hill Cemetery in Escondido will follow the services. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate to Bill's favorite charity, St. Jude Children's Hospital, Stjude.org/donate, to which he donated in good times and bad.

Charles D. Darland

Loving husband and father

1932 - 2007

Chuck entered peacefully through the gates of heaven into the comfort of Christ on January 5, 2007.

Born August 2, 1932, in Indian Creek Township, Mills County, Iowa, to "Lester" and Gladys Darland, Chuck grew up in Iowa on the family farm, graduated from Glenwood High School. He joined the U.S. Navy and proudly served aboard the USS Mt. McKinley. The Navy brought Chuck to San Diego, where he met his bride, Jean, and stayed to raise their family.

A successful businessman, Chuck owned several businesses. In 1996, he retired from Health Best Inc., the business he and partner, Bob Anderson, owned for 29 years. Together they started the business from a one van distribution company and grew to a high tech packaging business, specializing in natural foods, products and specialty items.

He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Jean Darland and their children, Faith, Claudia, Mike, John and Jesse; son-in-law David Jonas; grandchildren Dennis, Tami, Kristina, Michael and Trevor; three precious great-granddaughters; and sister Doris Brockmann of Craig, Colorado.

A private family burial will be held today, Jan. 12. A celebration of life ceremony for friends and family will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13, at Grave Lutheran Church, 643 W. 13th Ave., Escondido, CA 92025.

Donations can be made to Grace Lutheran Church and Schools, 643 W. 13th Ave., Escondido, CA 92025, or Elizabeth Hospice, 150 W. Crest St., Escondido, CA 92025. Both the church and Elizabeth Hospice were of great support and care during Chuck's illness.

Alhiser-Comer Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Joseph Thomas Scamporino, 40

FLORIDA - Joseph T. Scamporino, 40, died Monday, Dec. 25, 2006.

Born Oct. 6, 1966, in Torrance, Calif.; although he resided in Florida, he was a one- time resident of Oceanside and Venice Beach, where he grew up.

He proudly served in the U.S. Navy, 1985 to 1989, and achieved a rank as a Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class and also served as ship Medic.

He enjoyed spending time with his family, baseball, flying, riding his Harley and listening to music. He also wrote a book of which he was quite proud. Joseph had a funny sense of humor and made those around him laugh with his quick wit.

He is survived by his wife of seven years, Mariangela Scamporino; and their two children, Nicole and David and his eldest daughter, Sophia; parents Patrick and Linda Gomez; and his sisters, Doreen, Cindy, Aida and April; and brothers Shaun, Matthew, and Mark.

A Naval Honors ceremony was held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11, at Fort Rosecrans Cemetery in San Diego followed by a memorial service from 3 p.m to 4 p.m. at the Center for Spiritual Discovery (RSI) located at 560 South Melrose Drive, Vista, CA 92081, with Rev. Brian Andersen officiating.

Family and friends joined in fellowship immediately after services.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions for his children to the Joseph Scamporino Memorial Fund, c/o Mission Federal Credit Union, 2745 Jefferson Street, Suite A, Carlsbad, California 92008,

Attn: Nicole Eidal, Bank Manager.

Please call (760) 845-3077, or (760) 445-9262, if further information is needed.

In Memoriam

Gina Gracio

11-18-1967 - 1-12-2006

It has been an entire year since you have been gone. We will never know why you were taken from us so suddenly, but we will never forget your beautiful smile.

This year was very empty and sad without you. We learned a lot about you since your departure and I can say that we are very proud of you. To be honest, we thought you were a little nuts about the animals, but we have come to understand all of that now. You founded San Diego Pet Rescue and as a result saved a lot of animals that would have otherwise not been so lucky. You had a lot of compassion for those suffering around the world and for humanity in general.

Like the silent tears that fill our days, so do all the wonderful memories that we had the chance to share together. Thank you, Heavenly Father, for the gift we had in Gina.

Corrections

Laura De Graaf, 68

SAN DIEGO - Laura Mae De Graaf, 68, died Saturday, Jan. 6, 2007.

Born Nov. 11, 1938, in California, she lived in San Diego for 27 years. She was a banker.

Mrs. De Graaf is survived by her husband of 19 years, Cornelius De Graaf of San Diego; son Cornelius De Graaf of Ramona; daughter Karen M. Dowle of Ramona; brothers Edward Vangrouw of Idaho, and Jack Vangrouw of Fresno; sister Jean Wagner of Redlands; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

Visitation was held from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11, at Poway-Bernardo Mortuary.

A private graveside service is planned.

Poway-Bernardo Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Charles Brown, 84

LAKE SAN MARCOS - Charles Francis Brown, 84, died Saturday, Dec. 30, 2006, at Scripps Memorial Hospital in Encinitas.

Born Sept. 11, 1922, in Jersey City, N.J., he lived in Lake San Marcos for five years.

He retired after 30 years as the fire chief of the city of San Gabriel Fire Department.

He was a member of the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II, the Pasadena Elk's Club and Lake San Marcos Kiwanis Club. He was an avid dancer and belonged to the Lake San Marcos Dance Club.

Mr. Brown is survived by his wife of 60 years, Doris H. Brown of Lake San Marcos; son and daughter-in-law Kenneth and Patti Brown of Austin, Texas; daughter and son-in-law Carol and Gary Larsen of Alamo; sister Henrietta Mason of Linden, N.J.; and two grandchildren.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. today, Jan. 12, at St. Mark's Catholic Church in San Marcos with the Rev. Al Heyrosa officiating.

Allen Bros. Mortuary, San Marcos Chapel, is handling arrangements.